Ohio State, Donor Dollars, and the Wexner-Epstein Connection (12/9/25)

From the archives: 2-16-23Yesterday we were discussing public defender Anne Taylor and the amount of money she would be paid to defend Bryan Kohberger at his upcoming trial. In this episode, we have more details to add to the original story and some more context about just how odd this whole situation is.(commercial at 7:14)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho murders suspect Bryan Kohberger's lawyer will earn $200 AN HOUR defending him | Daily Mail OnlineBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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Prosecutors in Idhao are once again blasting a motion by Bryan Kohberger and his legal team to where they are attempting to change the venue of the trial. Prosecutors saythat the attempt is premature and that there is no reason why Latah county shouldn't host the trial.Let's dive in and see what's up!to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Bryan Kohberger's 'Premature' Legal Move Blasted by Prosecutor (newsweek.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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A grand jury is a legal body composed of citizens who are convened to determine whether there is enough evidence to bring criminal charges against an individual or group of individuals. Here's a summary of what a grand jury is and what it does:Purpose:The primary purpose of a grand jury is to serve as a check on government power by ensuring that individuals are not unfairly or arbitrarily charged with crimes. It acts as a safeguard to protect citizens from baseless accusations.Composition:Grand juries typically consist of 16 to 23 members who are randomly selected from the community.Grand jurors are chosen to serve for a specific term, often several months, during which they hear multiple cases.Secret Proceedings:Grand jury proceedings are conducted in secret, and the identities of the jurors are kept confidential to encourage impartiality and protect them from potential intimidation.Investigation:Grand juries have the authority to investigate a wide range of criminal matters, including felonies and serious crimes.They can issue subpoenas to compel witnesses to testify and produce documents or other evidence relevant to their investigations.Evidence Review:Prosecutors present evidence, including witness testimonies and documents, to the grand jury.Grand jurors evaluate this evidence to determine if there is probable cause to believe that a crime has been committed and that a specific individual or individuals should be charged.Indictment or No-Bill:If a grand jury finds sufficient evidence, they issue an indictment, which is a formal accusation that initiates criminal proceedings against the accused.If the grand jury does not find sufficient evidence, they issue a "no-bill," and no charges are filed.No Trial:It's important to note that a grand jury does not determine guilt or innocence. Its role is limited to deciding whether there is enough evidence to warrant a trial.Prosecutorial Discretion:Prosecutors have significant influence over the grand jury process, as they decide which cases to present, what evidence to introduce, and what charges to seek.Legal System Variation:The use of grand juries varies by jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions rely heavily on grand juries for felony cases, while others use preliminary hearings or direct filing by prosecutors.In summary, a grand jury is a panel of citizens that convenes in secret to review evidence presented by prosecutors and determine whether there is enough evidence to proceed with criminal charges. Its role is to act as a safeguard against unfounded accusations and to ensure that the decision to prosecute is based on a reasonable belief that a crime has been committed.According to a new filing, Bryan Kohberger's team alleges that 24 violations took place during the grand jury process and due to those violations, the whole thing should be tossed. The state of Idaho has not yet responded.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Bryan Kohberger secretly alleges 24 flaws in Idaho murders indictment in latest motion to dismiss | Fox NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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Bryan Kohberger was arrested at his parents house in Pennsylvania on Decemeber 30th. The raid, which was conducted at 1:30 AM, found Bryan Kohberger in a pair of shorts and wearing rubber gloves as he was separating his garbage into ziplock bags.In this episode, we learn more about the arrest of Bryan Kohberger and hear from officials in Monroe county where the search warrant was executed.(commercial at 6:25)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Monroe County Officials Share New Details About Idaho Murder Suspect's Arrest (brctv13.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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Jeffrey Epstein weaponized silence by turning it into both a shield and a currency. He used money, legal force, intimidation, and psychological manipulation to ensure that the truth about his crimes stayed buried. Survivors were silenced through a combination of nondisclosure agreements, confidential settlements, and the constant threat of being crushed financially or reputationally if they spoke out. Epstein understood that isolation was power: young victims were made to believe no one would listen, that they would be discredited, or that speaking would only invite pain. Silence wasn’t just encouraged—it was engineered, reinforced by lawyers who treated secrecy as a business model and institutions that found it more convenient to look away than to confront what he was doing.Epstein extended this strategy outward, using silence as leverage over powerful people and systems. His connections in politics, finance, academia, and law enforcement created a chilling effect where questions were discouraged and scrutiny was deflected. The 2008 non-prosecution agreement institutionalized that silence, protecting Epstein while gagging victims and shielding co-conspirators from exposure. Media hesitancy, prosecutorial inaction, sealed records, and backroom deals all worked in tandem to maintain the quiet. In the end, Epstein didn’t just evade justice through wealth and influence—he constructed a vacuum where truth suffocated, and that silence became the most effective tool in sustaining his criminal enterprise for decades.to  contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Jeffrey Epstein’s most powerful ally was silence | Gretchen Carlson and Julie Roginsky | The GuardianBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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The Department of Justice has consistently argued that the controversial 2007–2008 Epstein non-prosecution agreement did not violate the Crime Victims’ Rights Act because, in its view, the CVRA’s protections did not attach until formal federal charges were filed. DOJ lawyers maintained that during the pre-charge negotiation phase, federal prosecutors were operating within their lawful discretion to decline prosecution and enter into a resolution without notifying potential victims. According to this position, because Epstein was never federally charged at the time the agreement was reached, the government contended there were no legally recognized “crime victims” under the CVRA to notify, consult, or confer with during the negotiations.The government further argued that the plea deal itself was a lawful exercise of prosecutorial authority designed to secure accountability through a state-level conviction while conserving federal resources and avoiding litigation risks. DOJ filings emphasized that the CVRA was not intended to regulate prosecutorial decision-making before charges are brought, nor to force prosecutors to disclose or negotiate plea discussions with potential victims in advance. In short, the DOJ’s defense rests on a narrow interpretation of when victims’ rights legally begin, asserting that while the outcome may have been deeply troubling, it did not constitute a statutory violation under the government’s reading of federal law.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:TitleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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The Department of Justice has consistently argued that the controversial 2007–2008 Epstein non-prosecution agreement did not violate the Crime Victims’ Rights Act because, in its view, the CVRA’s protections did not attach until formal federal charges were filed. DOJ lawyers maintained that during the pre-charge negotiation phase, federal prosecutors were operating within their lawful discretion to decline prosecution and enter into a resolution without notifying potential victims. According to this position, because Epstein was never federally charged at the time the agreement was reached, the government contended there were no legally recognized “crime victims” under the CVRA to notify, consult, or confer with during the negotiations.The government further argued that the plea deal itself was a lawful exercise of prosecutorial authority designed to secure accountability through a state-level conviction while conserving federal resources and avoiding litigation risks. DOJ filings emphasized that the CVRA was not intended to regulate prosecutorial decision-making before charges are brought, nor to force prosecutors to disclose or negotiate plea discussions with potential victims in advance. In short, the DOJ’s defense rests on a narrow interpretation of when victims’ rights legally begin, asserting that while the outcome may have been deeply troubling, it did not constitute a statutory violation under the government’s reading of federal law.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:TitleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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